Our Mission - WE, the people of Our Lady of Consolation Parish guided by the Holy Spirit and nourished by the Eucharist, pledge to continue the mission of Jesus Christ who announced the reign of God. We accept His challenge to proclaim the Good News of salvation that Jesus, the Christ, died for us, and in Him we have life to the fullest measure. We seek to live as He lived, in service to others, building a community of faith and hope, with God’s grace as our strength and the peace of Christ our heart’s desire. A Parishioner is - one who is registered and participates in the liturgical life of the parish and demonstrates their support, as reflected in the Parish Mission Statement, by completing and fulfilling an annual Stewardship Commitment of Time, Talent and Treasure. A Message of Hope Dear Parishioners, In just two weeks, CCD classes will begin once again. As you are aware, last year like everyone, we met virtually. This year, we are so excited to be back meeting in-person, even if that will look and feel a little different. We are once again faced with challenges of beginning something new, albeit challenges we have grown accustomed to over the past year and a half. We will take every precaution to have a safe return working together with parents, Catechists and students. Ironically, this week’s Gospel speaks about hand washing! How many times in the past year and a half have parents said to their children (myself included), “did you wash your hands”?! I chuckled when I read that. But we want them to be clean from germs, right? Back in Jesus’ times, it was a Jewish tradition to be purified. So, the Pharisees and Scribes ask Jesus, why His disciples are not washing their hands before they eat? Now it sounds like they are asking this of Jesus as they consider Him to be the disciples’ leader or teacher and He should know better. But Jesus steers the conversation in another direction and says, “This people honors me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me.” In essence, we are made unholy not by what goes in or how clean our hands are before we eat it, but by what comes out of our heart. The problem is not with the human traditions, but when human traditions supersede the word of God. Then Jesus gives a laundry list of things; theft, murder, greed, malice, etc… those are evils that can emanate from the heart, if you let them. But we are in control of what comes from within. Perhaps we need to reflect more on what proceeds from the heart and less on our desire for self-satisfaction. Debbie Dericks Director of Religious Education PARISH CENTER OFFICE: MAIN #: 973-839-3444 FAX #: 973-839-9695 MINISTRY CENTER OFFICE: Main #: 973-839-2323 FAX #: 973-616-5379
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Our Mission - WE, the people of Our Lady of Consolation Parish guided by the Holy Spirit and nourished by the
Eucharist, pledge to continue the mission of Jesus Christ who announced the reign of God. We accept His challenge
to proclaim the Good News of salvation that Jesus, the Christ, died for us, and in Him we have life to the fullest
measure. We seek to live as He lived, in service to others, building a community of faith and hope, with God’s grace
as our strength and the peace of Christ our heart’s desire. A Parishioner is - one who is registered and participates
in the liturgical life of the parish and demonstrates their support, as reflected in the Parish Mission Statement, by
completing and fulfilling an annual Stewardship Commitment of Time, Talent and Treasure.
A Message of Hope Dear Parishioners,
In just two weeks, CCD classes will begin once again. As you are aware, last year like everyone, we met virtually. This year, we are so excited to be back meeting in-person, even if that will look and feel a little different. We are once again faced with challenges of beginning something new, albeit challenges we have grown accustomed to over the past year and a half. We will take every precaution to have a safe return working together with parents, Catechists and students.
Ironically, this week’s Gospel speaks about hand washing! How many times in the past year and a half have parents said to their children (myself included), “did you wash your hands”?! I chuckled when I read that. But we want them to be clean from germs, right? Back in Jesus’ times, it was a Jewish tradition to be purified. So, the Pharisees and Scribes ask Jesus, why His disciples are not washing their hands before they eat? Now it sounds like they are asking this of Jesus as they consider Him to be the disciples’ leader or teacher and He should know better. But Jesus steers the conversation in another direction and says, “This people honors me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me.” In essence, we are made unholy not by what goes in or how clean our hands are before we eat it, but by what comes out of our heart. The problem is not with the human traditions, but when human traditions supersede the word of God.
Then Jesus gives a laundry list of things; theft, murder, greed, malice, etc… those are evils that can emanate from the heart, if you let them. But we are in control of what comes from within. Perhaps we need to reflect more on what proceeds from the heart and less on our desire for self-satisfaction.
Debbie Dericks
Director of Religious Education
PARISH CENTER OFFICE: MAIN #: 973-839-3444 FAX #: 973-839-9695
MINISTRY CENTER OFFICE: Main #: 973-839-2323 FAX #: 973-616-5379
Mass Intentions for August 28, 2021 thru September 5, 2021 Intention for: Requested by:
Sat. (8/28) 5:00 p.m. Michael Konecny Joseph & Agnes Sharnagiel David Cascia Fr. Richard Sturtz Herman Saracino Edward Belfando
Joan Konecny The Materna Family Frank & Eileen Trifari Frank & Eileen Trifari Bill Saracino James & Judith Josephs & Family
Sun. (8/29) 9:00 a.m. Michael Griffin Kristi Scalo Intentions of Mary DiGaetano
John & Nora O’Connor Bob & Pat Marosits Diane & John Snowden
11:00 a.m. Richard Greco Bob Keegan
Nicholas Mattera The Family
Sat. (9/4) 5:00 p.m. Kay Saracino
Josephine Gletow Fred Skrocki
Bill Saracino Mr. & Mrs. Frank Felice Pat & Rob Moore
Sun. (9/5) 9:00 a.m. Mary Ophirory
Barbara De Santis (1st anniv.) Carlo Meo Dr. Victor Irmiere (5th anniv.) Bill Hecht Jr.
The Family Bill & Laura Haftek The Petricko Family His Wife His Wife
11:00 a.m. Richard Greco Joseph Brady Frances Burns
The Hennessy Family Dorothy Birkner Kris Gustafson
a time to be healed….. Don Neuschaefer, Ann Kelly, Gary Marchese Jr., Elizabeth Mattaliano, Anne Looney, Barbara Lopez, Marilyn Lane, Lauren Hreban, Toni Cipolla, Eugene Hudak, Sr. Ann Mazza, Courtney Di Russa, Connie & Joey Trentacost, , Barbara Fantozzi, Megan Mattaliano Kiel, Stan & Debbie Rosenblum, John McGorty, Frances Hering, Keith Orotosky, Kellie Wright, Tino Ferreira, Clara Carvalheiro, Mary McDonald, Sharon Kelly, Kellee Williams, Pat & Arnold Sisco, Dennis Kane, John Healey, Jerry Ziccardi, Teresa Salierno, Frank Russo, Judi Margolis, Marion Monzo, Unborn Baby Jace Emil Avanzato, Mary DiGaetano, Don Crowley, Mary Skillen, Carole Scazzaro, Jeanne Ayres, Joan Marie Fontanella, Alexandra Garcia, Grace Ferreira a time to be born…. Massimo Nicola Bruno, son of Steven & Meghan Bruno was baptized this weekend. a time to die…. Patrick O’Connor, brother of John O’Connor of our parish.
THE BEACON
As a registered parishioner, you should receive a copy of the Beacon each week at no charge to you. If you presently do not receive the Beacon and would like to receive a copy, contact Joe Donnelly, Director of Stewardship, at [email protected]. Please provide your name, mailing address, telephone number and parishioner four-digit number.
THE
DONATION
FOR
MASS
INTENTIONS
IS
$15.00
For additional information, please visit our website at www.olcparish.org.
CHURCH, PARISH CENTER AND MINISTRY CENTER ACTIVITIES ARE LIMITED.
PLEASE SEE BULLETIN FOR UPDATES EACH WEEK.
Stewardship “A Way of Life”
Thank you to all those who have mailed or dropped-off their contributions this past week. We also thank those who have used our recently added on-line giving option.
Fiscal Year 7/1/21 - 6/30/22 Collections – Fiscal Year to Date… $ 116,680.00
If you are not receiving your offertory envelopes, please contact our Director of Stewardship, Joe Donnelly at 973-839-3444, Ext 117 or [email protected]. ON-LINE GIVING IS AVAILABLE: We have a link on the home page of our website https://olcparish.org/ directly to our On-Line Giving page. Here you will be able to make contributions on either a one-time basis or a recurring basis. You can modify or discontinue donations at any time.
ELECTRONIC GIVING: Electronic Giving is a much appreciated and increasingly important way of ensuring your parish support. It’s easy, safe and convenient, especially when you are away from the parish, or unable to be at Mass. You can make appropriate arrangements with your financial institution or contact our Business Manager, Elena Walsh by phone at 973-839-6020 or by e-mail at [email protected]
The necessary form is available on our website at https://olcparish.org/contributions.
If you are currently participating in our Electronic Giving program, please remember to update your credit card information if your card has been changed or has expired.
Memorials
MEMORIAL CANDLE & PLAQUE FOR ST. JUDE OR THE BLESSED MOTHER: In memory of a loved one or as a special devotion, you may dedicate a candle and plaque. The donation is $100.00 for one year.
MEMORIAL GARDEN PLAQUE & PERPETUAL REMEMBRANCE: In memory of a loved one, place a plaque on our garden memorial wall. A one-time donation is $250.00.
SANCTUARY LAMP DEDICATION: The Sanctuary Lamp, located near the tabernacle, is a symbol of the “light of Christ”. Your contribution for this “light” can be dedicated in honor of a loved one. The donation is $10.00 a week or $40.00 a month.
EUCHARISTIC BREAD & WINE: Each week we come together as a parish family to share the Body and Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ. This donation is a special way to remember a birthday, anniversary or other special event. The donation is $25.00 a week or $100.00 a month.
Religious Education
ARE YOU SOMEONE OR DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO:
❖ Has expressed an interest in becoming Catholic? ❖ Was Baptized Catholic as a child, but has not
celebrated the sacraments of Eucharist or Confirmation?
❖ Is part of another faith but feels called to learn more about the Catholic church?
❖ Wants to be a Godparent or Confirmation Sponsor and has not been confirmed?
If you said YES to any of these, please contact Debbie Dericks
in the Religious Education office for more Information.
We hope you are enjoying the Daily Reflections Videos from Father Michael. The videos are posted Monday through Friday on both our OLC Facebook page and on the home page of our OLC website.
Daily Reflections consist of the readings for each day of the week with
a homily given by Father Michael. In addition, daily prayers are offered and time is available for you to personally reflect on what you have heard. All past videos remain available for you to view on Facebook and the OLC website. We hope these videos bring you peace and comfort ….
May God Bless our OLC Family and America
WEAR RED, WHITE & BLUE NEXT WEEKEND SEPTEMBER 4TH & 5TH
TO CELEBRATE LABOR DAY
MAILBOX AND DROP-OFF AREA Our Parish Office is now open. However, if it is more convenient for you, we will continue to use the mail box located outside of the Parish Center along with a green tub for any items that need to be dropped-off or picked-up. There is also a mail slot installed on the Parish center door for your use.
PLEASE
Continue your acts of
KINDNESS
You have two hands.
One to help yourself,
the second
to help others.
SILVER AND GOLD WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASS Couples, were you married in 1971 or 1996? The Diocese of Paterson invites you to celebrate your 25th or 50th wedding anniversary during a special Mass
to be offered at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Paterson, N J. Bishop Sweeney will serve as main celebrant on this joyful occasion to be held:
Sunday, November 7th, 2021 at 3:00 pm.
Arrangements can be made by contacting the parish
office. The deadline to register is Thursday, October
7th, 2021. You will receive additional information
from the Office of Family Life once your registration
has been processed. Congratulations on this joyous
occasion!
For additional information, please visit our website at www.olcparish.org.
WE ARE BACK…
The Social Justice Ministry’s Monthly Food Collections Will
Resume in September
THIS YEAR’S FIRST
MONTHLY FOOD COLLECTION WILL TAKE PLACE ON
SEPTEMBER 18th & 19th
SEPTEMBER FOOD FOCUS
REGULAR SIZE JARS OF PEANUT BUTTER & JELLY AND
SMALL BOTTLES OF VEGETABLE OIL & SOAP
The food will be distributed to the Wayne Interfaith Network (WIN) Food Pantry, which serves working families, the disabled,
and seniors who are hungry
Neighbors Helping Neighbors
The collection will continue to take place on the 3rd weekend of every month.
THANK YOU AS ALWAYS FOR YOUR
GENEROSITY AND CONTINUED SUPPORT OF THOSE LESS FORTUNATE
CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS
Do you have a special occasion that you would like to share with your OLC family? Since not everyone is gathering for Mass each week, we have lost that outlet for sharing information with our fellow parishioners.
Since we do not want those in our OLC family who are not currently attending church to lose touch with other parishioners, Father Michael has been making announcements regarding our parishioners during his Sunday Mass livestreams.
If you have something you would like to share (such as an anniversary, birthday, graduation or any other milestone or event in your life) please contact Victoria Trentacost at 973-839-3444 Ext. 118. We hope to be able to accommodate everyone’s requests.
Your good news could be just the thing to boost
someone else’s spirits during these troubled times.
For additional information, please visit our website at www.olcparish.org.
